Anyone ever run into a property line dispute like this?

[Aidan Mulligan]

Would you look at that. There is a road going right through the backyard (or front yard?) of the house I'm interested in buying. Dotted outline property.

The realtor explained that it used to be a dirt road that the trash man would drive down and pick up. Everyone started using it as a driveway and would park on it so now it is paved and maintained by the town. 

So my question, is there anything I can do about it? What would you do about it?

[Mike Cumbie]

@Aidan Mulligan

There is something to be said for "good neighbors". Being the guy to show up, close off all access from the back (which may have been going on for 20 years). throw up some fences, change the garbage routes and put in some renters, may be legally doable (or not). It also may turn into many hours and hassle. You may also find some renters who love the area, enjoy putting the trash in the back and waving to "Donna and Art" everytime they drive through. 

Finding an area you really like is often times is a whole lot easier than changing an area into what you want.